Top 10: Book Collaboration services

2023. Reedsy Marketplace adds Projects section for book collaboration



Cloud-based ebook creation platform Reedsy Marketplace has been completely updated. Now, you can manage all collaborative work on your ebook using the "Projects" tab. The new system makes it easier to track requests, tasks, payments and shared files between you and your collaborators. To quickly access all project information, simply click the arrow on the "Manage" button for any project. Sharing files with Reedsy experts has become easier: you can now drag and drop files directly into messages from your inbox. All files you share with Reedsy experts are easily accessible on the "Files" page. Numerous usability improvements have been implemented behind the scenes, making the platform much more user-friendly.


2022. LivingWriter brings its mobile apps in line with our web/desktop versions



LivingWriter mobile app for iOS/Android was created as a companion app for quick on-the-go writing, so it’s missing quite a few features available on our web/desktop versions. But with new upgrade, the mobile app will be updated to include ALL the features of our web/desktop versions. The new version also includes a fresh new (but not unfamiliar) design with the latest UI/UX technology and a zippier interface, in addition to various customization options. Added layers of security like 2FA and password locks on stories/folders are coming soon. With more export options added and the ability to produce Kindle-Ready and KDP formatted files. The new Device Preview feature will allow you to see your book across multiple devices. Along with this, LivingWriter has also redesigned sharing feature with tools such as tracking changes, live collaboration, live commenting and more.

2022. Squibler adds editable corkboard



Book writing platform Squibler has added several useful features. Corkboard view now offers an overview of the content along with its summary. Previously, users had to navigate to the appropriate section to view summary in the right sidebar. Now users can not only view but also edit summary directly in Corkboard. Another new feature is file and folder structure, which allows to create unlimited hierarchy. Additionally, the platform now includes a recycle bin in the editor, allowing users to delete and restore individual files or folders. Previously, only entire projects could be restored.


2019. Dabble enables Co-authoring



Ebook Creation software Dabble now makes it easy to work on a project with one or more authors in real-time. Changes made by any author are automatically synced to the cloud and all authors working on the project will have access to all of their Dabble features. To add a co-author to your Project, click on the Invite a Co-Author button in the co-authoring settings. A new box will appear below Invitations. Enter the email of the person you would like to add as a co-author and click the Invite button. It’s important to note that the email you use to invite someone must be the email associated with their Dabble account. Co-authors have full access to the features and functionality of their Dabble subscription. Users without a subscription will only be able to view the Project in a read-only mode.